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Peanut Butter & Jelly Mug Cake

Author Notes:One of my deepest, darkest secrets (and perhaps the greatest evidence of my self-sufficiency) is this peanut butter and jelly mug cake. I make it for myself whenever I'm in the middle of a Grey's Anatomy episode and need something sweet to tide me over until Meredith's closing monologue, which always makes me cry. It gives me that little boost of energy I need to really let it all out and just bawl. And if some of my tears go into the cake, all the better; the salt helps brings out the peanut butter flavor.

Special thanks to Ella Quittner, mug cake expert, for her help developing this one. —Eric Kim

Not as good as I was hoping based on other comments. Tried it with chocolate chips which worked well along with the baking powder. Even though I don't like overly sweet desserts I felt this could use more sugar (or perhaps a different brand of PB?)

I haven’t made this particular recipe yet, however, I have made many other “mug cake” recipes and I have never used a microwave.... Depending on the amount of batter, I divide it between 2 or 3 greased ramekins and bake them at 350 degrees for about 10-12 minutes.... this will give you a starting point.... you may have to make some minor adjustments based on the recipe/ingredients :). Have fun and enjoy!

I had never contemplated such a thing as a cake in a mug, but this turned out incredibly well! I made the recipe using the baking powder, and went with apricot preserves since that's what I had. THis was very good, and a great emergency dessert when nothing is made since it took absolutely no time to whip together.

Delicious! It was really easy to make with things I had on hand. I used cold peanut butter from the fridge and it took 45 seconds in the microwave. Maybe chocolate chips instead of (or in addition to) the jelly next time. Yum!

I too am a mugaholic. My friends marvel at my collection every time I open my cupboard. The mugs fill me with joy & comfort! I can't wait to combine my mug habit with my PB&J habit. I will share with friends & family but the first one will be all mine! Thank you!